Marangu Day Hike
Start your adventure with a morning pick-up from the volunteer accommodation in Arusha, heading to the Marangu Gate (1,860m) of Kilimanjaro National Park. The scenic drive takes approximately 3 hours. After completing the necessary gate registration, you’ll begin your trek into the lush Kilimanjaro rainforest.
As you hike through the dense forest, be on the lookout for vibrant plant life and wildlife, including black-and-white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and an array of bird species. Our knowledgeable English-speaking guide will enrich your experience by sharing insights into Kilimanjaro’s unique ecosystem, pointing out the different plant and animal species you encounter. Along the way, you might meet climbers descending from the summit, inspiring you with their stories and fueling your own dreams of conquering the mountain.
After a 3-4 hour trek, you’ll reach Mandara Hut (2,720m), where you can rest and enjoy a well-deserved lunch. A short, 15-minute hike will then take you to the Maundi Crater, offering breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Northern Tanzania, and Kenya. Once you’ve soaked in the stunning vistas, you’ll begin your descent back to the Marangu Gate, a 2-3 hour walk, where your vehicle will be ready to take you back to the volunteer house. On the way back, relax and reflect on the day’s unforgettable experiences as you enjoy the sunset.
Timing: this tour leaves around 6 am most Saturdays, and returns between 8-9 pm. Your Program Manager can confirm the available dates if you have any questions.
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Tipping is best practice in Tanzania and if you would like to tip your local guide, TZS 30,000 is the average tip per person.
Volunteers on the Maasai Immersion project:
The Maasai Immersion project is located about 2 hours away from Arusha. Due to the remoteness of the project, volunteers who wish to go back to Arusha and take part on tours over the weekends, will need to arrange transportation with the local team directly at an extra cost of US$70 per vehicle, for up to 4 passengers. Please note that this doesn't apply to safaris, as the local team can pick up volunteers from the Maasai village on the way out to the wildlife parks and reserves.
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